Truck and coach technician - Toronto

Overview

Languages

English

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• Dusty
• Outdoors
• Dirty
• Hot
• Noisy

Responsibilities

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Discuss work with supervisor
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation
• Review work orders
• Road test motor vehicles
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Provide customer service

Credentials

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Tire, wheel and rim mechanic
• Automotive Service Technician (Fuel and Electrical Systems) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Transmission) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification
• Motor Vehicle Repairer (Service Station Mechanic) Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
• Truck-Trailer Repairer Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement
• Truck-Trailer Repairer Red Seal Endorsement
• HVAC Certificate
• Motor Vehicle Inspector Certificate
• Driver's Licence (Class 2 or B or C)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• First Aid Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Engine repair
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diesel engines
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Hydraulic system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Standard transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Drive train components
• Welding
• Truck-trailer repair
• Front end components
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Additional information

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Drive manual transmission vehicle

• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Overtime required
• Standing for extended periods

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

• Life insurance
• Night shift premium

• Team building opportunities